NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy, one of the top TMS treatments of its kind, is recommended by physicians around the world for managing major depressive and anxious symptoms in qualifying patients over the age of 15.
This article discusses the safety behind FDA-cleared and clinically proven NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy. If you have questions about NeuroStar, including “Is NeuroStar safe?” the specialists at the TMS Center of New Jersey can answer them.
One of the most common questions our patients ask is, “Is NeuroStar safe?” The answer is yes. NeuroStar is very safe when used as intended by a mental health care provider. Compared to more common treatments like medication, electroconvulsive therapy, and surgery, NeuroStar is safer and lower risk. It is noninvasive and comes with limited side effects that only a few patients experience. These reasons make it a superior treatment option for many of our patients.
The safety and efficacy of NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is backed by decades of clinical research. It has been studied extensively, and in 65 trials conducted on over a hundred thousand NeuroStar patients who received almost 6 million NeuroStar treatments, no evidence of severe or adverse side effects was reported.
A small percentage of patients experience mild side effects. These side effects are temporary and include minor headaches and minor discomfort at the treatment site. They only appear after the first few treatment sessions and disappear entirely after a few weeks as patients continue with the NeuroStar treatment program. Any side effects they experience are easily managed with over-the-counter pain relief.
These temporary and minor side effects of NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy are much more tolerable compared to the medication’s side effects, which can include worsening mental health (even suicidal ideation), gastrointestinal issues, issues with diet and sleep, and other serious concerns. Many other treatments also cause adverse side effects. Patients who undergo electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) risk temporary memory loss, and those who undergo surgery can risk surgical complications and even death.
FDA-cleared NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is known for its safety and low risk profile, partly because it causes no cognitive impairment and does not require post-treatment monitoring. Compared to other treatments, NeuroStar is easily tolerated, does not cause systemic side effects, and lessens symptoms by improving brain activity rather than managing your mood.
The TMS Center of New Jersey can help you take control of your mental health symptoms with NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy. NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is very safe for treating depressive and anxious symptoms when administered as intended by a qualified clinical professional.
We welcome your questions about the safety and efficacy of NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy, including whether NeuroStar is safe to treat your mental health condition. Schedule your consultation with one of the specialists at the TMS Center of New Jersey today.
